Eglfing, Germany (10 November 2025) – Convotherm, the professional combi oven specialist from Eglfing, is strengthening its sales structure in Northern Europe. Effective immediately, Erik Blomqvist assumes the position of Sales Director Nordics, becoming the primary contact for the Nordic region, which includes Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland, and Iceland. ...

Eglfing, Germany (14 October 2025) – The Convotherm mini pro was honored with the ICONIC AWARD 2025 on 7 October 2025, at the BMW Welt in Munich. The German Design Council presents this award to recognize outstanding product design that uniquely combines function, technology, and aesthetics. The award was accepted by Arndt Manter, Director of Product Management at Convotherm; Hannes Wild, Manager of Intellectual Property (IP), Standards & Benchmarking, Core Projects at Convotherm; as well as Ute Walliser and Markus Hillemann from Hillemann Design. ...

Eglfing, Germany (14 October 2025) - A key highlight is the new Convotherm mini pro – a powerful combi oven in a compact format, optionally equipped with AI-driven Optical Cooking, making it ideal for small kitchens with big ambitions. Also taking center stage is the Merrychef conneX^® 12, now available with a Panini Press and a new cavity liner for easier cleaning. Completing the line-up is the Convotherm flexx pro, positioned as a premium solution for demanding professional kitchens.

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Eglfing, Germany (2 October 2025) – The Convotherm mini pro has been awarded the ICONIC AWARD 2025 in the ‘Product’ category – a prize that recognizes groundbreaking product design within a holistic architecture, interior, and design context. The award ceremony will take place on 7 October 2025 in Munich. ...

Eglfing, Germany (1 October 2025) – A night full of world-class flavors, live cooking, and entertainment awaits guests at the Indian Summer Live Cooking Festival on October 4 at the Gsteig in Lechbruck am See hotel in Germany. Convotherm is one of the sponsors for this special culinary celebration. More than ten well-known top and Michelin-starred chefs will delight visitors with fire, flavor, and creativity. Six Convotherm mini pro units will support the chefs at the live cooking stations. From Michelin-awarded dishes to bold new concepts, the festival promises culinary experiences of the highest order.

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Eglfing/Herborn, Germany (29 September 2025) - What does the professional kitchen of tomorrow look like? Welbilt, a world-leading provider of professional kitchen technologies and a proud member of the Ali Group, invites visitors to HOST 2025 to experience exactly that live. With the theme “Discover what’s next in professional kitchens”, the company will present its latest product innovations, AI-driven technologies, connected systems, and practical solutions, all tailored to the European foodservice market, from 17 to 21 October 2025 in Pavilion 7, Booth M35 N46. ...

VERNON HILLS, Ill. – Ali Group, the largest and most diversified global leader in the foodservice equipment industry, today announced the promotion of Tom Hotard to the role of Chief Engineering Officer for Ali Group and Welbilt globally, effective September 1, 2025.
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VERNON HILLS, Ill. – Ali Group, the largest and most diversified global leader in the foodservice equipment industry, today announced the promotion of Rob August to the role of Chief Commercial Officer for Ali Group and Welbilt globally, effective September 1, 2025.
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Eglfing/Herborn, Germany (August 4, 2025) – After more than four decades with the company, Hans-Werner Schmidt will retire from his active role at Welbilt Germany on 31 August 2025. As part of this transition, he will hand over management responsibilities to Pere Taberner, Vice President Sales & Marketing, Welbilt EMEA.

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Eglfing, Germany (23.07.2025) – Around 30 specialist dealers from Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and South Tyrol accepted Welbilt's invitation to a two-day dealer event and training session on July 3–4, 2025, held at the company headquarters in Eglfing. At the heart of the event was the presentation of the new Convotherm mini pro. With its award-winning design, compact dimensions, and AI-powered cooking intelligence, it generated great enthusiasm among participants. ...